White Turtlehead
Chelone glabra
Description: The flower resembles a turtle’s head, with nearly closed petals. |
Propagation: Seeds or divisions |
Initial bloom (month and week): August W3 |
Garden name: Sunny Wetland Garden |
Color of flower: White and pink |
Height: 36″ |
Spread: 18″ |
Family: Plantaginaceae |
Soil type: Neutral to acidic sand or loam |
Soil moisture: Moist to wet |
Light: Full to part sun |
Zone: 3-8 |